‘That was magic’: Mona McSharry wins Ireland’s first medal at Paris Olympics 2024

SWIMMER Mona McSherry has won Ireland’s first medal at the Paris Olympics. The 23-year-old took Bronze last night in the women's 100m breaststroke final, which was won by South Africa's Tatjana Smith and saw China’s Tang Qianting take second place. Bronze medallist Mona McSharry of Team Ireland, right, with gold medallist Tatjana Smith of Team South Africa Sligo born McSharry, … [Read more...] about ‘That was magic’: Mona McSharry wins Ireland’s first medal at Paris Olympics 2024

THERE was euphoria in Co. Armagh yesterday after the Orchardmen claimed a second All-Ireland SFC title with victory over Galway at Croke Park. Manager Kieran McGeeney sparked wild celebrations at Headquarters as he led his side to the Sam Maguire, replicating his success as captain in 2002. As the county celebrated a 22-year wait for the trophy, even some PSNI officers appeared … [Read more...] about Unionist politicians not happy as PSNI officers appear to join in Armagh All-Ireland celebrations

A MAN has appeared in court charged with the murder of father-of-two Michael O'Dwyer in Norfolk. Tyrone Busch, 40, of St Withburga Lane, Dereham, appeared at Norwich Magistrates' Court on Friday, July 26. He was remanded in custody until his next court appearance at Norwich Crown Court this coming Tuesday, July 30. At 5am last Sunday, July 21, paramedics were called to an … [Read more...] about Man appears in court charged with murder of Michael O’Dwyer

GARDAÍ have appealed to the public for information on the whereabouts of a 17-year-old girl missing from Co. Meath. Alice O'Keefe has been missing from her home in Julianstown since approximately 10.30pm on Thursday, July 25. She is described as being 5' 7" in height, with a slim build, brown hair and green eyes. When last seen, Alice was wearing black trousers and a black … [Read more...] about Appeal for information on whereabouts of 17-year-old girl missing from Co. Meath

A MAN has been arrested after police seized thousands of pounds worth of suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms during a search of a property in Belfast. Other weapons and high-value luxury goods were also seized during Saturday's search at the house in the Short Strand area in the east of the city. A spokesperson for the PSNI said the operation was linked to an ongoing … [Read more...] about Arrest after suspected drugs, cash and imitation firearms seized in Belfast